Parent/Student Handbook

DUE PROCESS RIGHTS

Any student whose conduct may warrant suspension or expulsion will be provided due process.

STUDENTS:

1. 
   A written notification of the violation.
   
2. 
   An opportunity to present his/her side of the story.
   
3. 
   An opportunity for a speedy and impartial conference with the assistant principal for level 1 and level 2 infractions.
   
4. 
   An opportunity for a speedy and impartial conference with principal and vice principal for level 3 infractions.
   

PARENTS:

1. 
   A written notification of the violation.
   
2. 
   An opportunity for a fair and impartial conference with the principal.
   
3. 
   A written notification of the suspension/expulsion.
   
4. 
   An opportunity to appeal the principal’s decision to the school board.
   

THE RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES OF MIA STUDENTS

STUDENTS HAVE THE RIGHT TO	STUDENTS HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO
A quality education Access necessary support services, participate in these support services Safe educational environment Education without undo interruption, disruption, fear, or inhibition Privacy in their person and possessions, unless school personnel have reason to believe that inappropriate and/or dangerous materials are being carried and/or concealed by the student Respect from school personnel and other students Full access to opportunities within the educational environment without discrimination by gender, religious beliefs, ethnic background, nationality, or disability - Protection and confidentiality when fulfilling responsibility to report violations of the code of conduct Participate in school functions and extra- curricular activities	Put forth their best effort to meet classroom expectations Freedom of expression through first amendment rights Not to interfere with the orderly conduct of classes and activities; not force others to participate, and not to violate the rights of persons who may disagree Not carry, conceal, or bring onto school property materials which are inappropriate or may disrupt the educational process Abide by the Code of Conduct Make school personnel aware of his/her individual needs Assist school personnel by reporting misconduct Conduct themselves in such a manner as to promote a positive school environment Read and understand their due process rights Meet academic qualifications, other criteria and qualifications, and/or standards of behavior

CONTRACT (PARENTS & Students SIGN AND RETURN)

*(Must be Signed and Returned to School for Admittance)
I have read the Michigan Islamic Academy School Handbook and agree to adhere to the policies therein.

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Student Signature Date Parent Signature Date

This page must be signed and returned to the school by September 15^th of each academic year. Failure to return this page, signed by the date indicated, will require a parent-student-administrator conference before the student can return to school. For 8th grade students or younger, only the parent's signature is required.

APPENDICES

Appendix A: School Calendar

AUGUST 2015
Monday - Mon	24-31	Professional Development for Teachers (First day for new teachers is Monday, August 24^th; and Monday, August 31^st, for returning teachers.)
Total Number of Days – 6
SEPTEMBER 2015
Tuesday - Fri	1-4	Professional Development for Teachers (cont’d.)
Tuesday	8	First Day of School for Students. Full Day. Deadline for Registration and Fees. Beginning of Term 1
Friday	11	Parent Curriculum Night at 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. (Middle & High School Orientation at 5-5:30 p.m.)
Wednesday	16	Picture Day
Friday	18	Eid Spirit Day
Wednesday	23	Eidul Adha ( Tentative)
Monday - Fri	21-25	Eidul Adha break. No School. (Tentative)
Total Number of Days – 15.5 (4 days for teachers only-PD )
OCTOBER 2015
Thursday	1	Student Progress E-Reports
Friday 23 NHS/NJHS/NEHS Induction (evening event)
Total Number of Days – 21.5
NOVEMBER 2015
Friday	13	End of Term 1
Monday	16	Beginning of Term 2
Friday	20	Parent-Teacher Conferences 3 - 7 p.m. Half Day for Students.
Thurs-Fri	26-27	Thanksgiving Break. No school.
Total Number of Days – 18.5
DECEMBER 2015
Monday	7	Student Progress E-Reports
Monday	21	Winter vacation begins. No School.
Total Number of Days – 14
JANUARY 2016
Monday	4	School Resumes
Wed, Thurs	6,7	Elementary & Middle/High Quran Competition Testing
Friday	15	Professional Development Day, Half day for students
Mon - Wed	25 - 27	First Semester Exams; Middle & High School. Early Dismissal for all students at 12:30 p.m.
Thursday	28	End of Term 2 and First Semester
Friday	29	Parent Teacher Conferences 3-7 p.m. Half-day for students Beginning of Term 3
Total Number of Days – 19.5
FEBRUARY 2016
Saturday	13	Annual Family Gathering & Fundraising Dinner
Mon-Tues	15-16	Mid Winter Break, No School for Students.
Monday 22 Student Progress E-Reports
Thursday 25 Elementary Reading Adventures
Total Number of Days – 19
MARCH 2016
Total Number of Days – 23
APRIL 2016
Friday	1	End of Term 3
Mon - Fri	4-8	Spring Break
Monday	11	School Resumes Beginning of Term 4
Tuesday	12	SAT Testing (make-up testing will be April 26, 27)
Wednesday	13	WorkKeys Testing
Friday	22	Parent-Teacher Conferences 3 - 7 p.m. Half day for Students
Tuesday	26	Elementary Math Marathon
Total Number of Days – 15.5
MAY 2016
Monday	9	Student Progress E-reports
Saturday	14	Open House 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Tues – Wed.	24-25	Senior Project Presentations
Monday	30	Memorial Day – No School for Students
Total Number of Days – 22
JUNE 2016
Mon-Wed	13-15	Second Semester Exams; Middle & High School. Early Dismissal for all students at 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday	15	Elementary End-of-Year Learning Celebrations Grades 5 and 8 Graduation Ceremony
Thursday	16	End-of- the-Year Field Trip/Last Day for Students End of Term 4 and Second Semester
Friday	17	Each emergency closing day of the 2015-2016 school year which reduces the school attendance days below that is required, will be made up beginning this day.
Tuesday	21	High School Graduation and Honors Ceremony 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Friday	24	Last Day for Teachers
Total Number of Days – 12